Senior Healthy Hikers: Old Salmon River Trail Hike: Tue May 24, 2016 9AM-5PM

Beautiful Nature Walk When: Tue May 24, 2016 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

This 5-mile hike near Welches parallels the Salmon River, goes through an old growth forest with 10-foot-thick red cedars, and leads to small sandy beaches with deep green pools.

• Round-trip travel: 66 miles
• Suggested donation per rider: $8
• Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
• Elevation Gain: 200 feet

The grades are easy; stairways climb the few hills and rustic bridges cross a string of tiny streams along the way.

Hiking boots are recommended. Bring a lunch to eat along the trail. A National Forest Recreation Pass (or Senior Pass) is required to park at the trailhead.

Senior Healthy Hikers asks participants be age 50 or older. A couple may hike if one member is 50 or better.

Pets are not permitted on hikes or walks.

For more information about this hike contact Linda Matthews at 503-661-4510 or lindaraematthews@gmail.com.

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